Head - Design - Equipment

Role Overview:

- We are seeking an experienced Head of Design to lead the company's product and process equipment design function. This role requires deep expertise in mechanical design, pressure vessels, flow systems, and pilot-scale equipment, along with the leadership ability to manage a cross-functional design and drafting team.

- The Head of Design will drive technical excellence, innovation, compliance, and efficiency across all product development cycles, from concept to final engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the entire design and drafting team, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of engineering drawings and 3D models.

- Oversee the design and detailing of equipment like pressure reactors, Nutsche filters, flow systems, skid-mounted assemblies, and heat exchangers.

- Ensure compliance with international design standards and codes (e.g., ASME, DIN, IS, CE, ATEX where applicable).

- Review and approve mechanical drawings, P&IDs, GA drawings, and fabrication details.

- Collaborate with the sales, production, quality, and R&D teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and performance.

- Drive CAD/CAE optimization, BOM standardization, and design automation initiatives.

- Mentor the design team on best practices, new tools, and design methodologies.

- Support client interactions during technical discussions, design finalization, and customization reviews.

- Evaluate and implement design software upgrades and digital tools to improve productivity and innovation.

Key Requirements:

- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory); M.Tech preferred.

- 12-20 years of experience in equipment design, preferably in process plant equipment or capital goods industry.

- Strong working knowledge of pressure vessels, rotating equipment, heat exchangers, and fluid systems.

- Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other 3D/2D CAD tools.

- Good understanding of material selection, GD&T, stress analysis, and welding standards.

- Proven experience in leading and mentoring design teams.

- Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

What We Offer:

- Strategic leadership position in a growing, innovation-led organization.

- Opportunity to work on diverse, customized engineering challenges.

- A collaborative culture with end-to-end ownership of design function.

- Strong alignment with global expansion plans and technical advancement.